Atty. William Wayne Sumner

Atty. William Wayne Sumner

William Wayne Sumner is a lawyer practicing state and federal taxation law, estate planning law. William received a B.S. degree from California State University at Sacramento in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About William Wayne Sumner at a glance

William Wayne Sumner is a estate planning and tax attorney based in Fair Oaks, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1975) and California State University at Sacramento (B.S. New, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Fair Oaks, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Wayne Sumner is a lawyer practicing state and federal taxation law, estate planning law
  • William received a B.S. degree from California State University at Sacramento in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • William practices in Fair Oaks, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Wayne Sumner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Wayne Sumner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William Wayne Sumner is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fair Oaks are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Wayne Sumner

Where is William Wayne Sumner's law office located?
William Wayne Sumner's law practice is located in Fair Oaks, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Wayne Sumner handle?
William Wayne Sumner focuses on estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Wayne Sumner practiced law?
William Wayne Sumner has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did William Wayne Sumner go to law school?
William Wayne Sumner earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S. New, 1972).
How can I contact William Wayne Sumner for a consultation?
You can contact William Wayne Sumner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Wayne Sumner received?
William Wayne Sumner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1975
B.S. New
California State University at Sacramento
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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